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Land Management Leasing Support Specialist

Washington State Department of Natural Resources

Olympia, Washington

Job Type Permanent
Salary $51,588 - $69,396 per year
Benefits http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html
Deadline May 01, 2025

Financial and Leasing Support Specialist, Property and Acquisition Specialist 2 (PAS2)
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $4,299.00 - $5,783.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 4/24/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the intake, review, and processing of new lease proposals, amendments, and renewals.
  • Monitor leases for compliance with terms, rent schedules, and insurance requirements.
  • Assist with rent calculations, CPI/PPI adjustments, and financial reviews.
  • Participate in lease audits to verify use and payments.
  • Maintain accurate lease records in agency systems (NaturE, LAMS).
  • Coordinate with staff, fiscal teams, and legal to align lease administration.
  • Identify and help resolve discrepancies in payments or lease terms.
  • Respond to lessee and public inquiries with clear, solution-focused communication.
  • Apply agency policies and legal standards to lease management.
  • Support process improvements and data integrity efforts.

Required Qualifications: 

  • An associate’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance, Land Management, or a related field, AND three (3) years of experience in leasing, land management, financial analysis, or related areas;
    OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
  • Knowledgeable in leasing processes with the ability to act as a key representative of the Department, ensuring transparency, maintaining agency standards, and effectively managing partners' communications throughout negotiations and agreements.
  • Knowledgeable in financial management principles, including budgeting, rent calculations, financial reporting, and contract administration, with the ability to apply these skills to effectively perform the duties of the position.
  • Self-management skills.
  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
HOW TO APPLY

View a complete position description with full application instructions at careers.wa.gov

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Category General / Stewardship